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Scarlett
May 15, 2013, 9:58:00 PM5/15/13
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Tonight was a total snooze-fest, IMO. Bring on Taylor Hicks!
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Chopper
May 15, 2013, 9:59:36 PM5/15/13
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I don't care who wins. They both did just fine, but the first two
rounds were extremely boring to me. I actually liked Kree's
performance in round 3 better than Candice's; Candice oversang the
song (and, to boot, it was a REALLY crappy arrangement of a classic
ballad).
Bye bye to the judges, and bye bye to Season 12 of this rapidly fading
show.
rounds were extremely boring to me. I actually liked Kree's
performance in round 3 better than Candice's; Candice oversang the
song (and, to boot, it was a REALLY crappy arrangement of a classic
ballad).
Bye bye to the judges, and bye bye to Season 12 of this rapidly fading
show.
Chopper
May 15, 2013, 10:00:37 PM5/15/13
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Taylor at least knew how to make a show ENTERTAINING!!!!
Tim Hall
May 15, 2013, 10:30:15 PM5/15/13
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a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle." -- Albert
Einstein
Larc
May 15, 2013, 11:16:28 PM5/15/13
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On Wed, 15 May 2013 21:58:00 -0400, "Scarlett" <anyw...@everywhere.net> wrote:
| Tonight was a total snooze-fest, IMO. Bring on Taylor Hicks!
At least the contestants weren't as boring as Carly Ray Jepson and that piece of junk
| Tonight was a total snooze-fest, IMO. Bring on Taylor Hicks!
she sang.
Larc
Giggles
May 15, 2013, 11:34:08 PM5/15/13
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On May 15, 8:51 pm, Zob <zobva1 @ gmail.com> wrote:
> On Wed, 15 May 2013 21:41:46 -0400, Zob <zobva1 @ gmail.com> wrote:
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> >American Idol Finals Performance show Recap May 15, 2013
> >-----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> >They are at the Nokia Theater for the finale with 7K people in the
> >audience. The judges are already seated. Ryan is wearing a tux. He
> >says this is the first girl vs. girl finale since season 3.
> >Kree and Candice are brought out.
>
> >There will be three rounds of songs tonight"
> >Round 1 will be producer Simon Fuller's Choice
> >Round 2 will be the Winner's Single
> >Round 3 will be a reprise of C&K's favorite from the season.
>
> >----------------------------------------------------------------------
> >Kree won the coin toss and elected to sing first.
> > (Is she nucking futs?)
> >----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> >-----------------------------------------------------------------
> >ROUND 1: SONGS CHOSEN BY PRODUCER SIMON FULLER
> >-----------------------------------------------------------------
> >Kree: "Angel"
>
> I've heard this song a thousand times, but for some reason Kree's
> version gave me chills. This was understated and outstanding.
> Beautiful.
I thought her nerves got the best of her in this song. She still sang
it beautifully. I bet the recording is better.
>
> >---------------
> >Candice: "Chasing Pavements"
>
> This song shows off Candice's rich lower register. I wasn't familiar
> with the song, but this was laid back and easy... reminded me of an
> old-fashioned Anita Baker type vocal. Girl can sing.
>
I don't know how she could sound so relaxed. She did a great job. I
give round one to Candice.
>
>
>
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>
> >-------------
> >There was no announcement made about it AFAIK, but the judges didn't
> >comment immediately after the performances.
> >They must be trying to save time. Two judges comment after both had
> >sung their first song:
>
> >Mariah: I've been proud to be part of this season because the talent
> >is mind boggling.
> >Randy: I'm not sure either of these songs were right for these two
> >girls. I give the edge to Candice because she made more interesting
> >choices.
>
> >Ryan makes reference to the fact that Randy is leaving AI.
>
> >---------------------------------------------------------------
> >I FAST FORWARD THROUGH CARLY RAY JEPSON'S SONG.
> >(They're already short on time, why is she singing on a performance
> >night?)
They should have saved this for tomorrow's show and let the judges
comment on each performance instead of two for the first round and two
for the second round.
> >---------------------------------------------------------------
>
> >-----------------------------------------------------------------
> >ROUND 2: WINNER'S CORONATION SONGS
> >-----------------------------------------------------------------
> >Kree: "All Cried Out"
> >(Standing O from the judges)
>
> Wow! This is exactly the kind of song that I've been saying is
> missing from today's country music! A big emotional ballad. I loved
> it. Kree's voice cracked slightly on a couple of high notes but it
> wasn't very noticeable.
Screech. Kree has a great bluesy, soulful country voice. Why would
they pack this song full of high notes she has to screech to reach?
Parts of it were great. I just wish they would have Kreedomized it.
>
> >-----------------------------
> >Candice: "I Am Beautiful"
>
> As with her first song, Candice sings this completely effortlessly.
> And as on her big song last week, she his a full complement of violins
> on stage with her.
I loved this song for her, but I wish they would have made it more
R&B. Candicized it.
>
> This "winner's song" is also wonderful. I like Kree's better though,
> thinking about which one I would actually buy and listen to.
> This is a tough competition.
I felt like Kree's song was written for Carrie Underwood's voice.
Hopefully when she sings it on tour she will leave out those high
notes. Kreedomized it. And I hope Candice will Candicize hers on
tour too. I have to give round two to Candice.
>
> >----------------------------
> >Nicki: I love Kreedom's composure and this song made her reach down
> > into her gut. I love Candice's song, it is meaningful for
> > her.
> >Keith: These songs were Taylor made for the girls.
>
> Uh-oh. They're pimping Candice as Ryan allows Nicki to go back to
> talking about Candice and her song during the comments on Kree's --
> and he comments on it himself.
Well at this point they were supposed to talk about both. At this
point I was wondering if maybe the judges didn't want to do their job
because they were all fired.
>
> >Ryan asks Keith who won round and he says Kree won round 2. Nicki
> >interrupts and says that Candice won it. Nobody asked you, Nicki.
>
> >---------------------------------------------------------------
> >ROUND 3: REPRISE SONGS chosen by the Contestants
> >----------------------------------------------------------------
> >Kree: "Up to the Mountain"
> >(A standing ovation from all four judges)
>
> Kree has a choir behind her. She lets loose with her voice and belts
> parts of this big ballad. The standing ovation from all four judges
> and the audience wildly cheering is well deserved. I loved it again
Now that's my Kree! That's how you Kreedomize a song!
.
>
> >(Weird. Now the judges are all commenting again after the songs:)
> >Keith: That was beautiful Kree, you tap into a spirituality
> >Nicki: I'm glad you did that one. That energy is uplifting.
> >Randy: That right there is a winning performance.
> >Mariah: I agree with Randy, I felt you on both performances
>
> >-------------
> >Candice: "I Who Have Nothing"
> >(Started off a cappella)
> >(Standing ovation from all the judges with Randy bowing.)
>
> Ryan pimps Candice by pointing out that she changed the arrangement
> from when she sang it before and added the a cappella at the
> beginning. He didn't make comments to Kree about her singing.
That was the performance of the season! She's in it to win it! Round
three goes to Candice!
>
> >Keith: You are such a powerhouse singer and your Mom crying was
> >breaking my heart.
> >Nicki: Superstar
> >Randy: One of the greatest singing competitions. That girl can
> > plumb, flat out sing, this is how you do it, this is a
> > winning performance, you just shot the whole night to
> > heck.
> >Mariah: You can take any song and use your voice as a vehicle and I
> > am so thankful to be part of this experience with you
>
> This IS the kind of song that wins competitions. It's a powerhouse
> song and was done beautifully. I'm wondering how much of a
> coincidence it is that Candice is singing this last and it will be the
> last song we'll hear from the pair. And I'm wondering what Kree was
> smoking when she elected to sing first when she won the coin toss.
I was wondering the same thing. Why would Kree pick going first? Was
she told to? Was she afraid that her nerves would make her singing to
shaky if she went second? Or does she just not know that going last
gives you an advantage? Or maybe she doesn't want to win.
>
> >------------------------------------------------------------------------
> >WOW, this moved fast tonight and was hard to keep up with a recap!
> >------------------------------------------------------------------------
> >----------
> >WRAP-UP
> >----------
> >IMO, from best to worst tonight:
>
> 1. Candice: "I Who Have Nothing"
> 2. Kree: "All Cried Out"
> 3. Kree: "Up To The Mountain"
> 4. Candice: "I Am Beautiful"
> 5. Kree: "Angel"
> 6. Candice: "Chasing Pavements"
1. Candice "I Who Have Nothing"
2. Kree "Up To The Mountain"
3. Candice "I Am Beautiful"
4. Candice "Chasing Pavements"
5. Kree "Angel
6. Kree "All Cried Out"
>
> Who should win: Either one. Complete Tossup. Both excellent. There
> will be no loser no matter which one gets the title.
Based on tonight's performances, Candice should win. Based on the
whole season, Candice should win.
>
> Who will win: Probably Kree, based on audience reaction and the
> country music fan base. Although the night ended with Candice's power
> ballad with the full string orchestra so who knows.
Who will win? It doesn't matter. When you let Candice be Candice and
you let Kree be Kree, they are both awesome! We need to Candicize and
Kreedomize the airwaves! Can I get an amen?!
> On Wed, 15 May 2013 21:41:46 -0400, Zob <zobva1 @ gmail.com> wrote:
>
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> >American Idol Finals Performance show Recap May 15, 2013
> >-----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> >They are at the Nokia Theater for the finale with 7K people in the
> >audience. The judges are already seated. Ryan is wearing a tux. He
> >says this is the first girl vs. girl finale since season 3.
> >Kree and Candice are brought out.
>
> >There will be three rounds of songs tonight"
> >Round 1 will be producer Simon Fuller's Choice
> >Round 2 will be the Winner's Single
> >Round 3 will be a reprise of C&K's favorite from the season.
>
> >----------------------------------------------------------------------
> >Kree won the coin toss and elected to sing first.
> > (Is she nucking futs?)
> >----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> >-----------------------------------------------------------------
> >ROUND 1: SONGS CHOSEN BY PRODUCER SIMON FULLER
> >-----------------------------------------------------------------
> >Kree: "Angel"
>
> I've heard this song a thousand times, but for some reason Kree's
> version gave me chills. This was understated and outstanding.
> Beautiful.
I thought her nerves got the best of her in this song. She still sang
it beautifully. I bet the recording is better.
>
> >---------------
> >Candice: "Chasing Pavements"
>
> This song shows off Candice's rich lower register. I wasn't familiar
> with the song, but this was laid back and easy... reminded me of an
> old-fashioned Anita Baker type vocal. Girl can sing.
>
I don't know how she could sound so relaxed. She did a great job. I
give round one to Candice.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> >-------------
> >There was no announcement made about it AFAIK, but the judges didn't
> >comment immediately after the performances.
> >They must be trying to save time. Two judges comment after both had
> >sung their first song:
>
> >Mariah: I've been proud to be part of this season because the talent
> >is mind boggling.
> >Randy: I'm not sure either of these songs were right for these two
> >girls. I give the edge to Candice because she made more interesting
> >choices.
>
> >Ryan makes reference to the fact that Randy is leaving AI.
>
> >---------------------------------------------------------------
> >I FAST FORWARD THROUGH CARLY RAY JEPSON'S SONG.
> >(They're already short on time, why is she singing on a performance
> >night?)
They should have saved this for tomorrow's show and let the judges
comment on each performance instead of two for the first round and two
for the second round.
> >---------------------------------------------------------------
>
> >-----------------------------------------------------------------
> >ROUND 2: WINNER'S CORONATION SONGS
> >-----------------------------------------------------------------
> >Kree: "All Cried Out"
> >(Standing O from the judges)
>
> Wow! This is exactly the kind of song that I've been saying is
> missing from today's country music! A big emotional ballad. I loved
> it. Kree's voice cracked slightly on a couple of high notes but it
> wasn't very noticeable.
Screech. Kree has a great bluesy, soulful country voice. Why would
they pack this song full of high notes she has to screech to reach?
Parts of it were great. I just wish they would have Kreedomized it.
>
> >-----------------------------
> >Candice: "I Am Beautiful"
>
> As with her first song, Candice sings this completely effortlessly.
> And as on her big song last week, she his a full complement of violins
> on stage with her.
I loved this song for her, but I wish they would have made it more
R&B. Candicized it.
>
> This "winner's song" is also wonderful. I like Kree's better though,
> thinking about which one I would actually buy and listen to.
> This is a tough competition.
I felt like Kree's song was written for Carrie Underwood's voice.
Hopefully when she sings it on tour she will leave out those high
notes. Kreedomized it. And I hope Candice will Candicize hers on
tour too. I have to give round two to Candice.
>
> >----------------------------
> >Nicki: I love Kreedom's composure and this song made her reach down
> > into her gut. I love Candice's song, it is meaningful for
> > her.
> >Keith: These songs were Taylor made for the girls.
>
> Uh-oh. They're pimping Candice as Ryan allows Nicki to go back to
> talking about Candice and her song during the comments on Kree's --
> and he comments on it himself.
Well at this point they were supposed to talk about both. At this
point I was wondering if maybe the judges didn't want to do their job
because they were all fired.
>
> >Ryan asks Keith who won round and he says Kree won round 2. Nicki
> >interrupts and says that Candice won it. Nobody asked you, Nicki.
>
> >---------------------------------------------------------------
> >ROUND 3: REPRISE SONGS chosen by the Contestants
> >----------------------------------------------------------------
> >Kree: "Up to the Mountain"
> >(A standing ovation from all four judges)
>
> Kree has a choir behind her. She lets loose with her voice and belts
> parts of this big ballad. The standing ovation from all four judges
> and the audience wildly cheering is well deserved. I loved it again
Now that's my Kree! That's how you Kreedomize a song!
.
>
> >(Weird. Now the judges are all commenting again after the songs:)
> >Keith: That was beautiful Kree, you tap into a spirituality
> >Nicki: I'm glad you did that one. That energy is uplifting.
> >Randy: That right there is a winning performance.
> >Mariah: I agree with Randy, I felt you on both performances
>
> >-------------
> >Candice: "I Who Have Nothing"
> >(Started off a cappella)
> >(Standing ovation from all the judges with Randy bowing.)
>
> Ryan pimps Candice by pointing out that she changed the arrangement
> from when she sang it before and added the a cappella at the
> beginning. He didn't make comments to Kree about her singing.
That was the performance of the season! She's in it to win it! Round
three goes to Candice!
>
> >Keith: You are such a powerhouse singer and your Mom crying was
> >breaking my heart.
> >Nicki: Superstar
> >Randy: One of the greatest singing competitions. That girl can
> > plumb, flat out sing, this is how you do it, this is a
> > winning performance, you just shot the whole night to
> > heck.
> >Mariah: You can take any song and use your voice as a vehicle and I
> > am so thankful to be part of this experience with you
>
> This IS the kind of song that wins competitions. It's a powerhouse
> song and was done beautifully. I'm wondering how much of a
> coincidence it is that Candice is singing this last and it will be the
> last song we'll hear from the pair. And I'm wondering what Kree was
> smoking when she elected to sing first when she won the coin toss.
I was wondering the same thing. Why would Kree pick going first? Was
she told to? Was she afraid that her nerves would make her singing to
shaky if she went second? Or does she just not know that going last
gives you an advantage? Or maybe she doesn't want to win.
>
> >------------------------------------------------------------------------
> >WOW, this moved fast tonight and was hard to keep up with a recap!
> >------------------------------------------------------------------------
> >----------
> >WRAP-UP
> >----------
> >IMO, from best to worst tonight:
>
> 1. Candice: "I Who Have Nothing"
> 2. Kree: "All Cried Out"
> 3. Kree: "Up To The Mountain"
> 4. Candice: "I Am Beautiful"
> 5. Kree: "Angel"
> 6. Candice: "Chasing Pavements"
1. Candice "I Who Have Nothing"
2. Kree "Up To The Mountain"
3. Candice "I Am Beautiful"
4. Candice "Chasing Pavements"
5. Kree "Angel
6. Kree "All Cried Out"
>
> Who should win: Either one. Complete Tossup. Both excellent. There
> will be no loser no matter which one gets the title.
Based on tonight's performances, Candice should win. Based on the
whole season, Candice should win.
>
> Who will win: Probably Kree, based on audience reaction and the
> country music fan base. Although the night ended with Candice's power
> ballad with the full string orchestra so who knows.
Who will win? It doesn't matter. When you let Candice be Candice and
you let Kree be Kree, they are both awesome! We need to Candicize and
Kreedomize the airwaves! Can I get an amen?!
Giggles
May 15, 2013, 11:39:01 PM5/15/13
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On May 15, 8:58 pm, "Scarlett" <anywh...@everywhere.net> wrote:
> Tonight was a total snooze-fest, IMO. Bring on Taylor Hicks!
>
So you think Kree should have whipped out the harmonica and Candice
>
should have sang while laying on the floor? lol
I agree though that they should have each done at least one upbeat
song. But they only got to choose one song and they had to choose the
one they thought would show them off the best.
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May 16, 2013, 12:31:57 AM5/16/13
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Giggles <giggle...@yahoo.com> wrote in news:3929b2dc-3ce8-412c-a0f5-
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They really didn't even get to pick one song. In theory they could have
chosen to sing any of their songs again, but in practice they each had to
choose one of a very small number of "greatest hits".
I kind of agree with whoever posted that the first two rounds were a
snooze. Instead of the idiot judges and producers wasting our time for the
past 2 weeks, I wish the girls had been given much more control over what
to sing. MUCH more.
2e6e6d...@s18g2000yqg.googlegroups.com:
chosen to sing any of their songs again, but in practice they each had to
choose one of a very small number of "greatest hits".
I kind of agree with whoever posted that the first two rounds were a
snooze. Instead of the idiot judges and producers wasting our time for the
past 2 weeks, I wish the girls had been given much more control over what
to sing. MUCH more.
Tim Hall
May 16, 2013, 12:43:39 AM5/16/13
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On 5/15/2013 6:41 PM, Zob wrote:
> ----------
> WRAP-UP
> ----------
>
> IMO, from best to worst tonight:
>
> 1. Candice: "I Who Have Nothing"
> 2. Kree: "All Cried Out"
> 3. Kree: "Up To The Mountain"
> 4. Candice: "I Am Beautiful"
> 5. Kree: "Angel"
> 6. Candice: "Chasing Pavements"
>
> ----------
> WRAP-UP
> ----------
>
> IMO, from best to worst tonight:
>
> 1. Candice: "I Who Have Nothing"
> 2. Kree: "All Cried Out"
> 3. Kree: "Up To The Mountain"
> 4. Candice: "I Am Beautiful"
> 5. Kree: "Angel"
> 6. Candice: "Chasing Pavements"
>
> Who should win: Either one. Complete Tossup. Both excellent. There
> will be no loser no matter which one gets the title.
>
> will be no loser no matter which one gets the title.
>
> Who will win: Probably Kree, based on audience reaction and the
> country music fan base. Although the night ended with Candice's power
> ballad with the full string orchestra so who knows.
>
> --
> country music fan base. Although the night ended with Candice's power
> ballad with the full string orchestra so who knows.
>
>
> Zob
>
>
>
>
>
I'm giving the win to Kree. I think she's better at "delivering" a
song, even though she's not technically as gifted a singer as Candice.
Candice inserts too many vocal runs for my tastes and to me the meaning
of the song gets lost somewhere in them as well as the melody. Also, I
really liked Kree's coronation song.
azurespirit
May 16, 2013, 12:43:54 AM5/16/13
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"Larc" wrote in message news:8pj8p8h63b2h5m4vt...@4ax.com...
+1 I gave her about 30 seconds and then...ZIP....sped through it. I had a
hockey game to watch!
azurespirit
May 16, 2013, 12:46:22 AM5/16/13
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"Chopper" wrote in message
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Candice is great at what she does. Personally, a little Candice goes a LONG
way. I just love Kree's voice. It's more pleasing for me to listen to.
BTW....they both looked lovely in the third round. I especially liked Kree's
red dress.
Judy
May 16, 2013, 3:17:43 AM5/16/13
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On May 15, 5:41 pm, Zob <zobva1 @ gmail.com> wrote:
> American Idol Finals Performance show Recap May 15, 2013
> -----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> They are at the Nokia Theater for the finale with 7K people in the
> audience. The judges are already seated. Ryan is wearing a tux. He
> says this is the first girl vs. girl finale since season 3.
> Kree and Candice are brought out.
>
> There will be three rounds of songs tonight"
> Round 1 will be producer Simon Fuller's Choice
> Round 2 will be the Winner's Single
> Round 3 will be a reprise of C&K's favorite from the season.
>
> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
> Kree won the coin toss and elected to sing first.
> (Is she nucking futs?)
> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> -----------------------------------------------------------------
> ROUND 1: SONGS CHOSEN BY PRODUCER SIMON FULLER
> -----------------------------------------------------------------
> Kree: "Angel"
>
> ---------------
> American Idol Finals Performance show Recap May 15, 2013
> -----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> They are at the Nokia Theater for the finale with 7K people in the
> audience. The judges are already seated. Ryan is wearing a tux. He
> says this is the first girl vs. girl finale since season 3.
> Kree and Candice are brought out.
>
> There will be three rounds of songs tonight"
> Round 1 will be producer Simon Fuller's Choice
> Round 2 will be the Winner's Single
> Round 3 will be a reprise of C&K's favorite from the season.
>
> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
> Kree won the coin toss and elected to sing first.
> (Is she nucking futs?)
> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> -----------------------------------------------------------------
> ROUND 1: SONGS CHOSEN BY PRODUCER SIMON FULLER
> -----------------------------------------------------------------
> Kree: "Angel"
>
> Candice: "Chasing Pavements"
>
> -------------
> There was no announcement made about it AFAIK, but the judges didn't
> comment immediately after the performances.
> They must be trying to save time. Two judges comment after both had
> sung their first song:
>
> Mariah: I've been proud to be part of this season because the talent
> is mind boggling.
> Randy: I'm not sure either of these songs were right for these two
> girls. I give the edge to Candice because she made more interesting
> choices.
>
> Ryan makes reference to the fact that Randy is leaving AI.
>
> ---------------------------------------------------------------
> I FAST FORWARD THROUGH CARLY RAY JEPSON'S SONG.
> (They're already short on time, why is she singing on a performance
> night?)
> -------------
> There was no announcement made about it AFAIK, but the judges didn't
> comment immediately after the performances.
> They must be trying to save time. Two judges comment after both had
> sung their first song:
>
> Mariah: I've been proud to be part of this season because the talent
> is mind boggling.
> Randy: I'm not sure either of these songs were right for these two
> girls. I give the edge to Candice because she made more interesting
> choices.
>
> Ryan makes reference to the fact that Randy is leaving AI.
>
> ---------------------------------------------------------------
> I FAST FORWARD THROUGH CARLY RAY JEPSON'S SONG.
> (They're already short on time, why is she singing on a performance
> night?)
> ---------------------------------------------------------------
>
> -----------------------------------------------------------------
> ROUND 2: WINNER'S CORONATION SONGS
> -----------------------------------------------------------------
> Kree: "All Cried Out"
> (Standing O from the judges)
>
>
> -----------------------------------------------------------------
> ROUND 2: WINNER'S CORONATION SONGS
> -----------------------------------------------------------------
> Kree: "All Cried Out"
> (Standing O from the judges)
>
> -----------------------------
> Candice: "I Am Beautiful"
>
> Candice: "I Am Beautiful"
>
> ----------------------------
> Nicki: I love Kreedom's composure and this song made her reach down
> into her gut. I love Candice's song, it is meaningful for
> her.
> Keith: These songs were Taylor made for the girls.
>
> Nicki: I love Kreedom's composure and this song made her reach down
> into her gut. I love Candice's song, it is meaningful for
> her.
> Keith: These songs were Taylor made for the girls.
>
> Ryan asks Keith who won round and he says Kree won round 2. Nicki
> interrupts and says that Candice won it. Nobody asked you, Nicki.
>
> ---------------------------------------------------------------
> ROUND 3: REPRISE SONGS chosen by the Contestants
> ----------------------------------------------------------------
> Kree: "Up to the Mountain"
> (A standing ovation from all four judges)
>
> interrupts and says that Candice won it. Nobody asked you, Nicki.
>
> ---------------------------------------------------------------
> ROUND 3: REPRISE SONGS chosen by the Contestants
> ----------------------------------------------------------------
> Kree: "Up to the Mountain"
> (A standing ovation from all four judges)
>
> (Weird. Now the judges are all commenting again after the songs:)
> Keith: That was beautiful Kree, you tap into a spirituality
> Nicki: I'm glad you did that one. That energy is uplifting.
> Randy: That right there is a winning performance.
> Mariah: I agree with Randy, I felt you on both performances
>
> -------------
> Keith: That was beautiful Kree, you tap into a spirituality
> Nicki: I'm glad you did that one. That energy is uplifting.
> Randy: That right there is a winning performance.
> Mariah: I agree with Randy, I felt you on both performances
>
> -------------
> Candice: "I Who Have Nothing"
> (Started off a cappella)
> (Standing ovation from all the judges with Randy bowing.)
>
> (Standing ovation from all the judges with Randy bowing.)
>
> Keith: You are such a powerhouse singer and your Mom crying was
> breaking my heart.
> Nicki: Superstar
> Randy: One of the greatest singing competitions. That girl can
> plumb, flat out sing, this is how you do it, this is a
> winning performance, you just shot the whole night to
> heck.
> Mariah: You can take any song and use your voice as a vehicle and I
> am so thankful to be part of this experience with you
>
> breaking my heart.
> Nicki: Superstar
> Randy: One of the greatest singing competitions. That girl can
> plumb, flat out sing, this is how you do it, this is a
> winning performance, you just shot the whole night to
> heck.
> Mariah: You can take any song and use your voice as a vehicle and I
> am so thankful to be part of this experience with you
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
> WOW, this moved fast tonight and was hard to keep up with a recap!
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> WOW, this moved fast tonight and was hard to keep up with a recap!
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> ----------
> WRAP-UP
> ----------
>
> IMO, from best to worst tonight:
>
> 1. Candice: "I Who Have Nothing"
> 2. Kree: "All Cried Out"
> 3. Kree: "Up To The Mountain"
> 4. Candice: "I Am Beautiful"
> 5. Kree: "Angel"
> 6. Candice: "Chasing Pavements"
>
> Who should win: Either one. Complete Tossup. Both excellent. There
> will be no loser no matter which one gets the title.
>
> Who will win: Probably Kree, based on audience reaction and the
> country music fan base. Although the night ended with Candice's power
> ballad with the full string orchestra so who knows.
>
> --
>
> Zob
I thought they both did an incredible job tonight, but for me Kree is
> WRAP-UP
> ----------
>
> IMO, from best to worst tonight:
>
> 1. Candice: "I Who Have Nothing"
> 2. Kree: "All Cried Out"
> 3. Kree: "Up To The Mountain"
> 4. Candice: "I Am Beautiful"
> 5. Kree: "Angel"
> 6. Candice: "Chasing Pavements"
>
> Who should win: Either one. Complete Tossup. Both excellent. There
> will be no loser no matter which one gets the title.
>
> Who will win: Probably Kree, based on audience reaction and the
> country music fan base. Although the night ended with Candice's power
> ballad with the full string orchestra so who knows.
>
> --
>
> Zob
the clear winner. Her voice is so soothing and beautiful, and so easy
to listen to. I would enjoy going to a live concert where she was
headlining and listening to her CD's. I voted many times for her
tonight, and am hoping for the best, but if Candice wins, she very
well deserves it too. I realize her talent, but Kree really stood out
for me.
I don't think it matters at this point who actually went first, since
was only the two of them, and even though Candice performed last, how
could anyone forget Kree's performances? She stood out front and
center 3x's. They can both feel proud and satisfied that they did
their very best.
Thanks for doing the recaps all season, Zob! Even when I gave up
watching the show a month ago, I would still read your recaps.
Judy
Judy
May 16, 2013, 3:21:37 AM5/16/13
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have put me in a deep coma instead! :(
Never was a Taylor fan...still griped that Chris Daughtry didn't win
that season!
Judy
Judy
May 16, 2013, 3:23:11 AM5/16/13
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On May 15, 7:16 pm, Larc <l...@notmyaddress.com> wrote:
few seconds!
Judy
> On Wed, 15 May 2013 21:58:00 -0400, "Scarlett" <anywh...@everywhere.net> wrote:
>
> | Tonight was a total snooze-fest, IMO. Bring on Taylor Hicks!
>
> At least the contestants weren't as boring as Carly Ray Jepson and that piece of junk
> she sang.
>
> Larc
Boy, isn't that the truth though! Yuck! I couldn't take her after a
>
> | Tonight was a total snooze-fest, IMO. Bring on Taylor Hicks!
>
> At least the contestants weren't as boring as Carly Ray Jepson and that piece of junk
> she sang.
>
> Larc
few seconds!
Judy
Judy
May 16, 2013, 3:26:11 AM5/16/13
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Have my fingers crossed Kree is crowned tomorrow night, but it could
easily go either way, but Kree is just more my style of singer.
Judy
Larc
May 16, 2013, 9:25:53 AM5/16/13
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On Wed, 15 May 2013 21:43:39 -0700, Tim Hall <ihat...@invalid.invalid> wrote:
| I'm giving the win to Kree. I think she's better at "delivering" a
| song, even though she's not technically as gifted a singer as Candice.
| Candice inserts too many vocal runs for my tastes and to me the meaning
| of the song gets lost somewhere in them as well as the melody. Also, I
| really liked Kree's coronation song.
I know DialIdol really doesn't have any validity now, but they actually made a
| I'm giving the win to Kree. I think she's better at "delivering" a
| song, even though she's not technically as gifted a singer as Candice.
| Candice inserts too many vocal runs for my tastes and to me the meaning
| of the song gets lost somewhere in them as well as the melody. Also, I
| really liked Kree's coronation song.
prediction for the first time this season. They are predicting a Candice win.
http://www.dialidol.com/asp/predictions/predictions.asp
Larc
Cheri
May 16, 2013, 9:48:05 AM5/16/13
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Actually, I'm fine with either one. Don't really know what they sang for the
past couple of weeks or so, but...I saw enough of them to know that they're
both talented. I do think Candice has the best voice, but I think Kree has
the country aspect which might carry her. I will watch the finale tonight,
and thanks to Zob for the recaps.
Cheri
news:n8n9p8559hlqk1jqi...@4ax.com...
past couple of weeks or so, but...I saw enough of them to know that they're
both talented. I do think Candice has the best voice, but I think Kree has
the country aspect which might carry her. I will watch the finale tonight,
and thanks to Zob for the recaps.
Cheri
Callen
May 16, 2013, 9:58:34 AM5/16/13
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> "Larc" <l...@notmyaddress.com> wrote in message
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> news:n8n9p8559hlqk1jqi...@4ax.com...
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>
>
>
>
> > On Wed, 15 May 2013 21:43:39 -0700, Tim Hall <ihates...@invalid.invalid>
>
> - Show quoted text -
Yes, thanks to zob for the recaps.
Callen in VA
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> news:n8n9p8559hlqk1jqi...@4ax.com...
>
>
>
>
>
> > On Wed, 15 May 2013 21:43:39 -0700, Tim Hall <ihates...@invalid.invalid>
> > wrote:
>
> > | I'm giving the win to Kree. I think she's better at "delivering" a
> > | song, even though she's not technically as gifted a singer as Candice.
> > | Candice inserts too many vocal runs for my tastes and to me the meaning
> > | of the song gets lost somewhere in them as well as the melody. Also, I
> > | really liked Kree's coronation song.
>
> > I know DialIdol really doesn't have any validity now, but they actually
> > made a
> > prediction for the first time this season. They are predicting a Candice
> > win.
>
> >http://www.dialidol.com/asp/predictions/predictions.asp
>
> > Larc
>
> Actually, I'm fine with either one. Don't really know what they sang for the
> past couple of weeks or so, but...I saw enough of them to know that they're
> both talented. I do think Candice has the best voice, but I think Kree has
> the country aspect which might carry her. I will watch the finale tonight,
> and thanks to Zob for the recaps.
>
> Cheri- Hide quoted text -
>
> > | I'm giving the win to Kree. I think she's better at "delivering" a
> > | song, even though she's not technically as gifted a singer as Candice.
> > | Candice inserts too many vocal runs for my tastes and to me the meaning
> > | of the song gets lost somewhere in them as well as the melody. Also, I
> > | really liked Kree's coronation song.
>
> > I know DialIdol really doesn't have any validity now, but they actually
> > made a
> > prediction for the first time this season. They are predicting a Candice
> > win.
>
> >http://www.dialidol.com/asp/predictions/predictions.asp
>
> > Larc
>
> Actually, I'm fine with either one. Don't really know what they sang for the
> past couple of weeks or so, but...I saw enough of them to know that they're
> both talented. I do think Candice has the best voice, but I think Kree has
> the country aspect which might carry her. I will watch the finale tonight,
> and thanks to Zob for the recaps.
>
>
> - Show quoted text -
Yes, thanks to zob for the recaps.
Callen in VA
Callen
May 16, 2013, 9:58:14 AM5/16/13
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On May 16, 9:25 am, Larc <l...@notmyaddress.com> wrote:
I thought Candice totally owned the night. Kree's first song was
boring and she went sharp a lot. The last song was just lovely, but
in my opinion Candice was even better. I'm a fan of both; I just
think Candice was better last night and has been more consistent
overall.
Callen in VA
boring and she went sharp a lot. The last song was just lovely, but
in my opinion Candice was even better. I'm a fan of both; I just
think Candice was better last night and has been more consistent
overall.
Callen in VA
Scarlett
May 16, 2013, 10:13:30 AM5/16/13
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May 16, 2013, 1:16:54 PM5/16/13
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Larc <la...@notmyaddress.com> wrote in
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Their predictive model has been broken for a few seasons now. Badly broken.
The raw numbers show that Kree received 19,455 votes plus 184 busy signals
(0.9%) through DI software. Candice received 14,814 votes plus 62 busy
signals (0.4%). If their data has any predictive value at all, it's
predicting Kree will win.
news:n8n9p8559hlqk1jqi...@4ax.com:
The raw numbers show that Kree received 19,455 votes plus 184 busy signals
(0.9%) through DI software. Candice received 14,814 votes plus 62 busy
signals (0.4%). If their data has any predictive value at all, it's
predicting Kree will win.
TheChris
May 16, 2013, 2:02:56 PM5/16/13
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Susan <su...@nothanks.org> wrote in news:avka8h...@mid.individual.net:
>
> I hope they're right, but she'll be the bigger market success win or lose.
>
> I like Kree, even had her for the win in my CC picks due to her
> popularity, but she turned out to be such a boring snooze.
>
> That said, last night was her best night yet. But once again, she
> brought nothing original to the songs. Very generic country sound.
>
> Susan
Haven't not seen any of the finals yet.... I think Kree has turned in some of
the worst last-five performances I've ever seen... On the shows with Miller, she
sang flat and sharp all over the place. On top of that, she just seemed so
disconnected from everything. There's no reason for her to be in the top
two.... she's just had horrible performances.
So.. I'm predicting Candice - but - I still am not the guy that would EVER
listen to that music. I don't have any insight as to how she'll do in the
future...
I'm actually surprised Miller didn't win... She was the best looking of the
bunch (a reality for pop music) and was a MUSICIAN (which the world needs to get
back to) and she was bubbly and a good performer....
I can't imagine who would pick these two for the finalists...
Again - I realize Candice is just stellar as a singer.... She's the best thing
in a long time. But, this was her third rodeo, and she just seems so shy... I
hope there are a lot of people that like that style of music. I don't know
anybody.
PS - that new single/video by Mariah.... That's probably the first time I've
heard her sing... I thought she SANG... Big notes, high notes..... Jordan Sparks
could have sung that prefab thing..
>
> I hope they're right, but she'll be the bigger market success win or lose.
>
> I like Kree, even had her for the win in my CC picks due to her
> popularity, but she turned out to be such a boring snooze.
>
> That said, last night was her best night yet. But once again, she
> brought nothing original to the songs. Very generic country sound.
>
> Susan
Haven't not seen any of the finals yet.... I think Kree has turned in some of
the worst last-five performances I've ever seen... On the shows with Miller, she
sang flat and sharp all over the place. On top of that, she just seemed so
disconnected from everything. There's no reason for her to be in the top
two.... she's just had horrible performances.
So.. I'm predicting Candice - but - I still am not the guy that would EVER
listen to that music. I don't have any insight as to how she'll do in the
future...
I'm actually surprised Miller didn't win... She was the best looking of the
bunch (a reality for pop music) and was a MUSICIAN (which the world needs to get
back to) and she was bubbly and a good performer....
I can't imagine who would pick these two for the finalists...
Again - I realize Candice is just stellar as a singer.... She's the best thing
in a long time. But, this was her third rodeo, and she just seems so shy... I
hope there are a lot of people that like that style of music. I don't know
anybody.
PS - that new single/video by Mariah.... That's probably the first time I've
heard her sing... I thought she SANG... Big notes, high notes..... Jordan Sparks
could have sung that prefab thing..
TheChris
May 16, 2013, 2:04:22 PM5/16/13
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Universe <univ...@yahoo.com> wrote in
news:XnsA1C272C907D45...@69.16.185.250:
> Their predictive model has been broken for a few seasons now. Badly broken.
>
> The raw numbers show that Kree received 19,455 votes plus 184 busy signals
> (0.9%) through DI software. Candice received 14,814 votes plus 62 busy
> signals (0.4%). If their data has any predictive value at all, it's
> predicting Kree will win.
How do those low numbers show anything? I thought these shows got like 40 million
votes... Is that their sample??? I bet 5 teenagers in Fargo could put in 19,000
votes :)
news:XnsA1C272C907D45...@69.16.185.250:
> Their predictive model has been broken for a few seasons now. Badly broken.
>
> The raw numbers show that Kree received 19,455 votes plus 184 busy signals
> (0.9%) through DI software. Candice received 14,814 votes plus 62 busy
> signals (0.4%). If their data has any predictive value at all, it's
> predicting Kree will win.
votes... Is that their sample??? I bet 5 teenagers in Fargo could put in 19,000
votes :)
Judy
May 16, 2013, 3:41:26 PM5/16/13
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On May 16, 10:02 am, TheChris <cab...@nospam.gmail.com> wrote:
> Haven't not seen any of the finals yet.... I think Kree has turned in some of
> the worst last-five performances I've ever seen... On the shows with Miller, she
> sang flat and sharp all over the place. On top of that, she just seemed so
> disconnected from everything. There's no reason for her to be in the top
> two.... she's just had horrible performances.
>
> So.. I'm predicting Candice - but - I still am not the guy that would EVER
> listen to that music. I don't have any insight as to how she'll do in the
> future...
>
> I'm actually surprised Miller didn't win... She was the best looking of the
> bunch (a reality for pop music) and was a MUSICIAN (which the world needs to get
> back to) and she was bubbly and a good performer....
>
> I can't imagine who would pick these two for the finalists...
>
> Again - I realize Candice is just stellar as a singer.... She's the best thing
> in a long time. But, this was her third rodeo, and she just seems so shy... I
> hope there are a lot of people that like that style of music. I don't know
> anybody.
>
> PS - that new single/video by Mariah.... That's probably the first time I've
> heard her sing... I thought she SANG... Big notes, high notes..... Jordan Sparks
> could have sung that prefab thing..
I'm most definitely on another page from you. Grant you I haven't
> Haven't not seen any of the finals yet.... I think Kree has turned in some of
> the worst last-five performances I've ever seen... On the shows with Miller, she
> sang flat and sharp all over the place. On top of that, she just seemed so
> disconnected from everything. There's no reason for her to be in the top
> two.... she's just had horrible performances.
>
> So.. I'm predicting Candice - but - I still am not the guy that would EVER
> listen to that music. I don't have any insight as to how she'll do in the
> future...
>
> I'm actually surprised Miller didn't win... She was the best looking of the
> bunch (a reality for pop music) and was a MUSICIAN (which the world needs to get
> back to) and she was bubbly and a good performer....
>
> I can't imagine who would pick these two for the finalists...
>
> Again - I realize Candice is just stellar as a singer.... She's the best thing
> in a long time. But, this was her third rodeo, and she just seems so shy... I
> hope there are a lot of people that like that style of music. I don't know
> anybody.
>
> PS - that new single/video by Mariah.... That's probably the first time I've
> heard her sing... I thought she SANG... Big notes, high notes..... Jordan Sparks
> could have sung that prefab thing..
watched the show since it became the Top 5....until last night, as
wanted to see the final performances, especially after a friend sent
me the site showing Kree's emotional home visit and also one of her
performances last week, which was oustandingly beautiful! It renewed
my interest in Kree, and I decided then and there, I WANTED her to
win, so would tune in last night and vote like holy wow for her (which
I did). For me her voice is so smooth and silky and just so pleasant
to sit and listen to. I don't hear any flats, or sharps, but I'm no
music expert either, and only go on what I like.
I think she connects great with the audience, which was proved by the
reaction she got last night. She has a sweet vulnerability. Candice
has never connected that well AFAIC and I don't care for the big diva
voices. Would never go to a concert, or buy a CD certainly of hers,
but I most certainly would for Kree. From what I hear she is as lovely
on the inside as she is on the outside....a good and kind person with
a caring heart. I'm not denying Candice has a powerful voice, but just
not my cuppa'.
I'm glad Angie was voted off...never was a fan and never thought she
deserved to win. Sorry, Chris, but just telling it as I see it from my
own perspective. %-}
Judy
TheChris
May 16, 2013, 3:48:59 PM5/16/13
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Judy <gram...@hotmail.com> wrote in
news:261c479d-5b30-492b...@fz1g2000pbb.googlegroups.com:
> I'm most definitely on another page from you. Grant you I haven't
> watched the show since it became the Top 5....until last night, as
> wanted to see the final performances, especially after a friend sent
> me the site showing Kree's emotional home visit and also one of her
> performances last week, which was oustandingly beautiful! It renewed
> my interest in Kree, and I decided then and there, I WANTED her to
> win, so would tune in last night and vote like holy wow for her (which
> I did). For me her voice is so smooth and silky and just so pleasant
> to sit and listen to. I don't hear any flats, or sharps, but I'm no
> music expert either, and only go on what I like.
>
> I think she connects great with the audience, which was proved by the
> reaction she got last night. She has a sweet vulnerability. Candice
> has never connected that well AFAIC and I don't care for the big diva
> voices. Would never go to a concert, or buy a CD certainly of hers,
> but I most certainly would for Kree. From what I hear she is as lovely
> on the inside as she is on the outside....a good and kind person with
> a caring heart. I'm not denying Candice has a powerful voice, but just
> not my cuppa'.
>
> I'm glad Angie was voted off...never was a fan and never thought she
> deserved to win. Sorry, Chris, but just telling it as I see it from my
> own perspective. %-}
>
> Judy
No need to apologize - that's what makes the group - different opinions.
So... like I said, I have yet to see the second to last show... But, I have been
watching faithfully all season... My original comment was - as they started
eliminating from the last five to now - so - 4 shows or so - her performances and
song choices have been brutal.... High, screechy vocals, terrible songs, and just
looking like a deer in the headlights.... Everybody else, had star quality...
I'm sure she's a great person... And yes, the home visit was touching - however,
it looked like her house was demolished - yet it had stuff in her room??? I didn't
get that... I almost threw up with how many times Candice said "oh my gosh!!!" :)
I don't know how anybody could not like Angie.... Great Body, Great voice, a
pianist, a great smile, and even though I'm a dude, I thought she wore great
outfits... unlike the other two that were constantly trying to not look huge...
Do you think she wasn't the best 'pop' singer of the bunch?
I'll watch the second to last show tomorrow I hope.... Progress is slow in
Afghanistan :) And the Internet is slower! :)
It will be interesting - so - you're rooting for Kree? I just can't seem to shake
her awful, wooden performances..... So, Candice wins by default for me...
We'll see..
news:261c479d-5b30-492b...@fz1g2000pbb.googlegroups.com:
> I'm most definitely on another page from you. Grant you I haven't
> watched the show since it became the Top 5....until last night, as
> wanted to see the final performances, especially after a friend sent
> me the site showing Kree's emotional home visit and also one of her
> performances last week, which was oustandingly beautiful! It renewed
> my interest in Kree, and I decided then and there, I WANTED her to
> win, so would tune in last night and vote like holy wow for her (which
> I did). For me her voice is so smooth and silky and just so pleasant
> to sit and listen to. I don't hear any flats, or sharps, but I'm no
> music expert either, and only go on what I like.
>
> I think she connects great with the audience, which was proved by the
> reaction she got last night. She has a sweet vulnerability. Candice
> has never connected that well AFAIC and I don't care for the big diva
> voices. Would never go to a concert, or buy a CD certainly of hers,
> but I most certainly would for Kree. From what I hear she is as lovely
> on the inside as she is on the outside....a good and kind person with
> a caring heart. I'm not denying Candice has a powerful voice, but just
> not my cuppa'.
>
> I'm glad Angie was voted off...never was a fan and never thought she
> deserved to win. Sorry, Chris, but just telling it as I see it from my
> own perspective. %-}
>
> Judy
So... like I said, I have yet to see the second to last show... But, I have been
watching faithfully all season... My original comment was - as they started
eliminating from the last five to now - so - 4 shows or so - her performances and
song choices have been brutal.... High, screechy vocals, terrible songs, and just
looking like a deer in the headlights.... Everybody else, had star quality...
I'm sure she's a great person... And yes, the home visit was touching - however,
it looked like her house was demolished - yet it had stuff in her room??? I didn't
get that... I almost threw up with how many times Candice said "oh my gosh!!!" :)
I don't know how anybody could not like Angie.... Great Body, Great voice, a
pianist, a great smile, and even though I'm a dude, I thought she wore great
outfits... unlike the other two that were constantly trying to not look huge...
Do you think she wasn't the best 'pop' singer of the bunch?
I'll watch the second to last show tomorrow I hope.... Progress is slow in
Afghanistan :) And the Internet is slower! :)
It will be interesting - so - you're rooting for Kree? I just can't seem to shake
her awful, wooden performances..... So, Candice wins by default for me...
We'll see..
AnnieB
May 16, 2013, 3:55:12 PM5/16/13
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On 5/16/2013 11:02 AM, TheChris wrote:
> I can't imagine who would pick these two for the finalists...
>
Me?
> I can't imagine who would pick these two for the finalists...
>
AnnieB
Judy
May 16, 2013, 4:24:18 PM5/16/13
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On May 16, 11:48 am, TheChris <cab...@nospam.gmail.com> wrote:
> No need to apologize - that's what makes the group - different opinions.
>
> So... like I said, I have yet to see the second to last show... But, I have been
> watching faithfully all season... My original comment was - as they started
> eliminating from the last five to now - so - 4 shows or so - her performances and
> song choices have been brutal.... High, screechy vocals, terrible songs, and just
> looking like a deer in the headlights.... Everybody else, had star quality...
>
> I'm sure she's a great person... And yes, the home visit was touching - however,
> it looked like her house was demolished - yet it had stuff in her room??? I didn't
> get that... I almost threw up with how many times Candice said "oh my gosh!!!" :)
>
> I don't know how anybody could not like Angie.... Great Body, Great voice, a
> pianist, a great smile, and even though I'm a dude, I thought she wore great
> outfits... unlike the other two that were constantly trying to not look huge...
>
> Do you think she wasn't the best 'pop' singer of the bunch?
>
> I'll watch the second to last show tomorrow I hope.... Progress is slow in
> Afghanistan :) And the Internet is slower! :)
>
> It will be interesting - so - you're rooting for Kree? I just can't seem to shake
> her awful, wooden performances..... So, Candice wins by default for me...
>
> We'll see..
Yes, I'm definitely rooting for Kree to win, but honestly, I think
> No need to apologize - that's what makes the group - different opinions.
>
> So... like I said, I have yet to see the second to last show... But, I have been
> watching faithfully all season... My original comment was - as they started
> eliminating from the last five to now - so - 4 shows or so - her performances and
> song choices have been brutal.... High, screechy vocals, terrible songs, and just
> looking like a deer in the headlights.... Everybody else, had star quality...
>
> I'm sure she's a great person... And yes, the home visit was touching - however,
> it looked like her house was demolished - yet it had stuff in her room??? I didn't
> get that... I almost threw up with how many times Candice said "oh my gosh!!!" :)
>
> I don't know how anybody could not like Angie.... Great Body, Great voice, a
> pianist, a great smile, and even though I'm a dude, I thought she wore great
> outfits... unlike the other two that were constantly trying to not look huge...
>
> Do you think she wasn't the best 'pop' singer of the bunch?
>
> I'll watch the second to last show tomorrow I hope.... Progress is slow in
> Afghanistan :) And the Internet is slower! :)
>
> It will be interesting - so - you're rooting for Kree? I just can't seem to shake
> her awful, wooden performances..... So, Candice wins by default for me...
>
> We'll see..
it's going to be a close call tonight, as both girls are mega-talented
in their own way. I never found her voice to ever be screechy, or that
she looked like a deer in the headlights, but as I said I haven't
watched the show for about a month. Candice has never been able to
touch me when she performs, and I have to feel something in a
constestant aside from their vocal ability.
There did seem to be some things in Kree's house in TX., but the one
room was in shambles?
Angie was probably the best at Pop,I'm not that fond of that type of
music, and to me she was never consistent, but yes, most definitely,
she was a cute girl.
How much longer do you have to be in Afghanistan? It seems like you've
been there quite awhile already.
Judy
Scarlett
May 16, 2013, 4:48:18 PM5/16/13
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The_LA_Flash
May 16, 2013, 7:26:58 PM5/16/13
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On May 15, 6:59 pm, Chopper <chopperdave1...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> I don't care who wins. They both did just fine, but the first two
> rounds were extremely boring to me. I actually liked Kree's
> performance in round 3 better than Candice's; Candice oversang the
> song (and, to boot, it was a REALLY crappy arrangement of a classic
> ballad).
>
> Bye bye to the judges, and bye bye to Season 12 of this rapidly fading
> show.
I hate to say it but I agree with you, my remote got a workout tonight
> I don't care who wins. They both did just fine, but the first two
> rounds were extremely boring to me. I actually liked Kree's
> performance in round 3 better than Candice's; Candice oversang the
> song (and, to boot, it was a REALLY crappy arrangement of a classic
> ballad).
>
> Bye bye to the judges, and bye bye to Season 12 of this rapidly fading
> show.
FF though a lot of the show.
The_LA_Flash
May 16, 2013, 7:28:28 PM5/16/13
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On May 15, 8:16 pm, Larc <l...@notmyaddress.com> wrote:
the remote.
> On Wed, 15 May 2013 21:58:00 -0400, "Scarlett" <anywh...@everywhere.net> wrote:
>
> | Tonight was a total snooze-fest, IMO. Bring on Taylor Hicks!
>
> At least the contestants weren't as boring as Carly Ray Jepson and that piece of junk
> she sang.
>
> Larc
I started out to watch it but then I just had to hit the FF button on
>
> | Tonight was a total snooze-fest, IMO. Bring on Taylor Hicks!
>
> At least the contestants weren't as boring as Carly Ray Jepson and that piece of junk
> she sang.
>
> Larc
the remote.
The_LA_Flash
May 16, 2013, 7:30:55 PM5/16/13
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On May 15, 9:43 pm, "azurespirit" <gkn...@hotmail.com> wrote:
> "Larc" wrote in messagenews:8pj8p8h63b2h5m4vt...@4ax.com...
>
> On Wed, 15 May 2013 21:58:00 -0400, "Scarlett" <anywh...@everywhere.net>
fest enough without having to bring a hockey game into it. hahaha
> "Larc" wrote in messagenews:8pj8p8h63b2h5m4vt...@4ax.com...
>
> On Wed, 15 May 2013 21:58:00 -0400, "Scarlett" <anywh...@everywhere.net>
> wrote:
>
> | Tonight was a total snooze-fest, IMO. Bring on Taylor Hicks!
>
> At least the contestants weren't as boring as Carly Ray Jepson and that
> piece of junk
> she sang.
>
> Larc
>
> ************
>
> +1 I gave her about 30 seconds and then...ZIP....sped through it. I had a
> hockey game to watch!
+2 except I had a NBA basketball game to watch, the night was a snooze
>
> | Tonight was a total snooze-fest, IMO. Bring on Taylor Hicks!
>
> At least the contestants weren't as boring as Carly Ray Jepson and that
> piece of junk
> she sang.
>
> Larc
>
> ************
>
> +1 I gave her about 30 seconds and then...ZIP....sped through it. I had a
> hockey game to watch!
fest enough without having to bring a hockey game into it. hahaha
The_LA_Flash
May 16, 2013, 7:31:41 PM5/16/13
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season wearing that black dress...
The_LA_Flash
May 16, 2013, 7:36:36 PM5/16/13
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On May 16, 10:16 am, Universe <unive...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> Larc <l...@notmyaddress.com> wrote innews:n8n9p8559hlqk1jqi...@4ax.com:
Which would be good since the judges were going over the top the last
few weeks for Candice.
> Larc <l...@notmyaddress.com> wrote innews:n8n9p8559hlqk1jqi...@4ax.com:
few weeks for Candice.
Moni
May 16, 2013, 8:09:16 PM5/16/13
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"Zob" <zobva1 @ gmail.com> wrote in message
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> -----------------------------------------------------------------
> Kree: "Angel"
Pretty song. Not much to do with it, though. I would have challenged her
much more, if I had chosen a song.
>
> ---------------
> Candice: "Chasing Pavements"
I loved it. Good song choice and wonderful interpretation. A nod to Adele
without being married to Adele's interpretation.
> ---------------------------------------------------------------
> I FAST FORWARD THROUGH CARLY RAY JEPSON'S SONG.
> (They're already short on time, why is she singing on a performance
> night?)
> Kree: "All Cried Out"
> (Standing O from the judges)
>
> -----------------------------
> Candice: "I Am Beautiful"
> Kree: "Up to the Mountain"
> (A standing ovation from all four judges)
> -------------
> Candice: "I Who Have Nothing"
> (Started off a cappella)
Oh.my.God. She changed so much from the first time and this blew me away.
That a cappella start was so spot on. No pitch variation, just rock solid.
That could have gone so wrong, so quickly.
Favorite songs
Candice "I Who Have Nothing"
Candice "Chasing Pavement"
Kree "Up to the Mountain"
Kree "Angel"
Candice "I am Beautiful"
Kree "All Cried Out"
Who should win: Candice
Who will win: Kree......because that seems to be the history.
--
Moni
Cool Kid since 2008
Ron C
May 16, 2013, 10:52:53 PM5/16/13
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On 5/15/2013 9:51 PM, Zob wrote:
> On Wed, 15 May 2013 21:41:46 -0400, Zob <zobva1 @ gmail.com> wrote:
>
> < ...Gigantic snip... >
rate Candice's "I Who Have Nothing" at the bottom
with all the rest randomly distributed.
I've never thought of that song as a POWER VOCAL
song. For me her interpretation came across as hostile
rather than pensively longing. Guess I'm not a big fan of
in your face "friggin' look at me!!!" love(?) songs.
[Ah, but maybe it's just me(?)]
{YMMV}
==
Later...
Ron C
--
> On Wed, 15 May 2013 21:41:46 -0400, Zob <zobva1 @ gmail.com> wrote:
>
> < ...Gigantic snip... >
>> ----------
>
>> IMO, from best to worst tonight:
>
> 1. Candice: "I Who Have Nothing"
> 2. Kree: "All Cried Out"
> 3. Kree: "Up To The Mountain"
> 4. Candice: "I Am Beautiful"
> 5. Kree: "Angel"
> 6. Candice: "Chasing Pavements"
>
> Who should win: Either one. Complete Tossup. Both excellent. There
> will be no loser no matter which one gets the title.
>
> Who will win: Probably Kree, based on audience reaction and the
> country music fan base. Although the night ended with Candice's power
> ballad with the full string orchestra so who knows.
>
OK a little late, I just watched last night's show and I'd
>
>> IMO, from best to worst tonight:
>
> 1. Candice: "I Who Have Nothing"
> 2. Kree: "All Cried Out"
> 3. Kree: "Up To The Mountain"
> 4. Candice: "I Am Beautiful"
> 5. Kree: "Angel"
> 6. Candice: "Chasing Pavements"
>
> Who should win: Either one. Complete Tossup. Both excellent. There
> will be no loser no matter which one gets the title.
>
> Who will win: Probably Kree, based on audience reaction and the
> country music fan base. Although the night ended with Candice's power
> ballad with the full string orchestra so who knows.
>
rate Candice's "I Who Have Nothing" at the bottom
with all the rest randomly distributed.
I've never thought of that song as a POWER VOCAL
song. For me her interpretation came across as hostile
rather than pensively longing. Guess I'm not a big fan of
in your face "friggin' look at me!!!" love(?) songs.
[Ah, but maybe it's just me(?)]
{YMMV}
==
Later...
Ron C
--
Tim Hall
May 16, 2013, 11:05:48 PM5/16/13
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On 5/16/2013 7:52 PM, Ron C wrote:
>>
> OK a little late, I just watched last night's show and I'd
> rate Candice's "I Who Have Nothing" at the bottom
> with all the rest randomly distributed.
> I've never thought of that song as a POWER VOCAL
> song. For me her interpretation came across as hostile
> rather than pensively longing. Guess I'm not a big fan of
> in your face "friggin' look at me!!!" love(?) songs.
>
> [Ah, but maybe it's just me(?)]
> {YMMV}
> ==
> Later...
> Ron C
> --
Not just you. I too think of it as a song about desperate longing, and
>>
> OK a little late, I just watched last night's show and I'd
> rate Candice's "I Who Have Nothing" at the bottom
> with all the rest randomly distributed.
> I've never thought of that song as a POWER VOCAL
> song. For me her interpretation came across as hostile
> rather than pensively longing. Guess I'm not a big fan of
> in your face "friggin' look at me!!!" love(?) songs.
>
> [Ah, but maybe it's just me(?)]
> {YMMV}
> ==
> Later...
> Ron C
> --
I didn't care for Candice's interpretation either. I still much prefer
Jordin Sparks' version.
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TheChris
May 17, 2013, 7:12:10 AM5/17/13
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Judy <gram...@hotmail.com> wrote in
news:3a495768-7b06-4e90...@n5g2000pbg.googlegroups.com:
> How much longer do you have to be in Afghanistan? It seems like you've
> been there quite awhile already.
>
> Judy
I work here..... I'm ALWAYS here :)
news:3a495768-7b06-4e90...@n5g2000pbg.googlegroups.com:
> How much longer do you have to be in Afghanistan? It seems like you've
> been there quite awhile already.
>
> Judy
TheChris
May 17, 2013, 7:20:30 AM5/17/13
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Judy <gram...@hotmail.com> wrote in
news:3a495768-7b06-4e90...@n5g2000pbg.googlegroups.com:
> Yes, I'm definitely rooting for Kree to win, but honestly, I think
> it's going to be a close call tonight, as both girls are mega-talented
> in their own way. I never found her voice to ever be screechy, or that
> she looked like a deer in the headlights, but as I said I haven't
> watched the show for about a month. Candice has never been able to
> touch me when she performs, and I have to feel something in a
> constestant aside from their vocal ability.
>
> There did seem to be some things in Kree's house in TX., but the one
> room was in shambles?
>
> Angie was probably the best at Pop,I'm not that fond of that type of
> music, and to me she was never consistent, but yes, most definitely,
> she was a cute girl.
>
I guess I've just been talking about the last 3 or 4 weeks... As soon as she
started losing her mojo, it's been all downhill. Definitely screechy, and
definitely not connecting with the audience - almost sheepish...
Candice IS a great singer - but in a gospel/R&B way that just is lost on me.... I
appreciate it - if she sang James Bond theme songs, I'd TOTALLY love her :)
As for Kree's house... It looked like when they pulled up, it was a dilapidated
house that had been abandoned/condemmed. But, when they went it, it looked like
it had stuff, but was still weird.... If you've ever seen the show 'Hoarders' -
like one of those houses, but with slightly less stuff :)
So... how could you watch a pop show, but not like pop?? I'm a metal guy, but I
LOVE pop..... I listened to Faith Hill all last night after the show..
news:3a495768-7b06-4e90...@n5g2000pbg.googlegroups.com:
> Yes, I'm definitely rooting for Kree to win, but honestly, I think
> it's going to be a close call tonight, as both girls are mega-talented
> in their own way. I never found her voice to ever be screechy, or that
> she looked like a deer in the headlights, but as I said I haven't
> watched the show for about a month. Candice has never been able to
> touch me when she performs, and I have to feel something in a
> constestant aside from their vocal ability.
>
> There did seem to be some things in Kree's house in TX., but the one
> room was in shambles?
>
> Angie was probably the best at Pop,I'm not that fond of that type of
> music, and to me she was never consistent, but yes, most definitely,
> she was a cute girl.
>
started losing her mojo, it's been all downhill. Definitely screechy, and
definitely not connecting with the audience - almost sheepish...
Candice IS a great singer - but in a gospel/R&B way that just is lost on me.... I
appreciate it - if she sang James Bond theme songs, I'd TOTALLY love her :)
As for Kree's house... It looked like when they pulled up, it was a dilapidated
house that had been abandoned/condemmed. But, when they went it, it looked like
it had stuff, but was still weird.... If you've ever seen the show 'Hoarders' -
like one of those houses, but with slightly less stuff :)
So... how could you watch a pop show, but not like pop?? I'm a metal guy, but I
LOVE pop..... I listened to Faith Hill all last night after the show..
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May 17, 2013, 9:18:05 AM5/17/13
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> originally recorded by Ben E. King who did it as pensive lost love
> song and it's boring as all get out. Then Shirley Bassey and later
> Tom Jones recorded it with passion and belting and "I Who Have
> Nothing" took on a whole new dimension and became a classic. It's a
> powerful song.
I very much disagree. I love the version by BEK, not so much the others.
Different tastes.
Cheri
news:uvibp85539v9rif93...@4ax.com...
> On Thu, 16 May 2013 22:52:53 -0400, Ron C <r.c...@verizon.net> wrote:
>
>
>>OK a little late, I just watched last night's show and I'd
>>rate Candice's "I Who Have Nothing" at the bottom
>>with all the rest randomly distributed.
>>I've never thought of that song as a POWER VOCAL
>>song. For me her interpretation came across as hostile
>>rather than pensively longing.
>
> I hear what your'e saying. The English version of the song was
>
>
>>OK a little late, I just watched last night's show and I'd
>>rate Candice's "I Who Have Nothing" at the bottom
>>with all the rest randomly distributed.
>>I've never thought of that song as a POWER VOCAL
>>song. For me her interpretation came across as hostile
>>rather than pensively longing.
>
> originally recorded by Ben E. King who did it as pensive lost love
> song and it's boring as all get out. Then Shirley Bassey and later
> Tom Jones recorded it with passion and belting and "I Who Have
> Nothing" took on a whole new dimension and became a classic. It's a
> powerful song.
I very much disagree. I love the version by BEK, not so much the others.
Different tastes.
Cheri
Micki
May 17, 2013, 10:30:04 AM5/17/13
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Micki
Ron C
May 17, 2013, 11:50:18 AM5/17/13
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On 5/17/2013 2:24 AM, Zob wrote:
> On Thu, 16 May 2013 22:52:53 -0400, Ron C <r.c...@verizon.net> wrote:
>
>
> On Thu, 16 May 2013 22:52:53 -0400, Ron C <r.c...@verizon.net> wrote:
>
>
>> OK a little late, I just watched last night's show and I'd
>> rate Candice's "I Who Have Nothing" at the bottom
>> with all the rest randomly distributed.
>> I've never thought of that song as a POWER VOCAL
>> song. For me her interpretation came across as hostile
>> rather than pensively longing.
>
>> rate Candice's "I Who Have Nothing" at the bottom
>> with all the rest randomly distributed.
>> I've never thought of that song as a POWER VOCAL
>> song. For me her interpretation came across as hostile
>> rather than pensively longing.
>
> I hear what your'e saying. The English version of the song was
> originally recorded by Ben E. King who did it as pensive lost love
> song and it's boring as all get out. Then Shirley Bassey and later
> Tom Jones recorded it with passion and belting and "I Who Have
> Nothing" took on a whole new dimension and became a classic. It's a
> powerful song.
>
> originally recorded by Ben E. King who did it as pensive lost love
> song and it's boring as all get out. Then Shirley Bassey and later
> Tom Jones recorded it with passion and belting and "I Who Have
> Nothing" took on a whole new dimension and became a classic. It's a
> powerful song.
>
>> Guess I'm not a big fan of
>> in your face "friggin' look at me!!!" love(?) songs.
>
> I bet you kill kittens and kick puppies, too! 8-)
>> in your face "friggin' look at me!!!" love(?) songs.
>
>
>> [Ah, but maybe it's just me(?)]
>> {YMMV}
>> ==
>> Later...
>> Ron C
>
> --
> Zob
>> [Ah, but maybe it's just me(?)]
>> {YMMV}
>> ==
>> Later...
>> Ron C
>
> --
>
> "So You Think You Can Dance" Season 6 Certainty Contest champion
>
>
OK, I started thinking maybe I was just having a bad day, so I listened
to a number of versions on YouTube. Nope, still don't like Candice's
arrangement. To me the arrangement should be Christmas tree shaped,
starting low and building to the crescendo *I Love You*, then
dropping back down and building again, each time with more passion.
Thinking back to Harry Connick Jr's " ..what do the words mean?" I
think of "I who have nothing" as subdued, almost apologetic and the
focus moves to the love interest with the passion building to "I Love
You!" then crashing back to the quiet desperation and again rebuilding.
The feeling I got from Candice's arrangement was more like: how dare
you not love me. The technical singing was great, but the feeling didn't
connect for me.
Anyway, that's my spin. [YMMV]
~~
As for kittens, do these look like photos from a kitten/puppy hater? :-)
< http://s1351.photobucket.com/user/Editorial_Minstrel/library/ >
[OK, I was looking for an excuse to post the link.]
Judy Haffner
May 17, 2013, 12:30:32 PM5/17/13
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TheChris wrote:
>I work here..... I'm ALWAYS here :)
there? Interesting!
I guess I was thinking you were in some branch of the military and maybe
had been deployed there for a certain length of time.
Judy
TheChris
May 17, 2013, 12:50:02 PM5/17/13
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jhaf...@webtv.net (Judy Haffner) wrote in
news:20184-51...@storefull-3253.bay.webtv.net:
> I didn't realize that....did you choose to work there? Like living
> there? Interesting!
>
> I guess I was thinking you were in some branch of the military and maybe
> had been deployed there for a certain length of time.
>
> Judy
It's not bad living here... I live on a base.. I'm not military, I support the
brave men and women...
It's a drag being away from my wife.. I'm here 3 months, I'm home 1 month. It's
nice having 3 months off a year :)
news:20184-51...@storefull-3253.bay.webtv.net:
> I didn't realize that....did you choose to work there? Like living
> there? Interesting!
>
> I guess I was thinking you were in some branch of the military and maybe
> had been deployed there for a certain length of time.
>
> Judy
brave men and women...
It's a drag being away from my wife.. I'm here 3 months, I'm home 1 month. It's
nice having 3 months off a year :)
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